Dismissed
O-1B
O-1B Dismissed — Horse Training (2013): did not establish the beneficiary qualifies as an alien
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate that the beneficiary qualifies as an alien with extraordinary ability (distinction) in the arts. The director determined that the petitioner failed to satisfy the evidentiary criterion for major awards and did not meet at least three of the other six available criteria. The director also questioned the classification of the beneficiary's field as 'arts' instead of 'athletics'.
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Major Awards Lead/Starring Role In Productions National/International Recognition Critical Role For Distinguished Organizations Major Commercial/Critical Success Significant Recognition From Experts High Salary Comparable Evidence
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